Holy | Staying Holy When I've Been Wronged | A Journey through 1st Peter (Part 6)

Tyler Minton

July 28, 2024

Main Idea

The central theme of Pastor Tyler's message was about responding to conflict with holiness and grace. He taught us that when wronged, we should not seek revenge but rather seek God's reward and validation. By taking a 'Holy Timeout,' asking for God's help, re-humanizing the other person, and actively searching for peace, we can maintain a tender heart and a humble attitude. Pastor Tyler stressed that our actions in conflict can lead to transformation and have lasting effects on ourselves and others, aligning with God's desire for us to live in peace.

Scripture References

1 Peter 3:8-15a, Romans 12:19, Philippians 4:6-8, Romans 12:18

How can taking a 'Holy Timeout' change the way we deal with being wronged?

What are some practical ways to re-humanize someone who has wronged us?

Discussion Questions:

Discuss the difference between being a peacekeeper and a peacemaker. Which are you more inclined to be?

How can letting go of control lead to maintaining peace in our relationships?

Why is it important to choose our pain in conflict, and how does it relate to God's blessing?

Summary

In 'Holy: Staying Holy When I've Been Wronged,' Pastor Tyler Minton taught us about maintaining holiness and a tender heart in the face of wrongdoing. He emphasized the importance of not retaliating but instead blessing those who wrong us, as instructed in 1 Peter 3:9. Pastor Tyler encouraged us to take a 'Holy Timeout' to cool off and pivot to God, ask for His help, re-humanize the other person, search for the path to peace by being a peacemaker rather than a peacekeeper, and do our part in maintaining peace. He reminded us that our response can have an eternal impact on others and that choosing the path of peace leads to God's blessing and the 'Good Life.'